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I'm Trying To Figure Out An Exercise Plan To Help Keep My Strength Up And Still Protect My Bones. Any Thoughts?

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I'm one month into treatment: Revlamid,Velcade,Dexamethasone, and acyclovir. I'm considered standard risk

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Also light stretching ❤️

Back Bone Lesions Have Cleared Up But Do The Bones Continue To Be Damaged. What Exercises Are Safe?

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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

It's great to hear that your back bone lesions have cleared up. However, bones can still be vulnerable to damage, so it's important to choose safe exercises. Here are some recommendations:

1. Consult… read more

Does Exercising Increase Muscle Strength Or Do Your Muscles Stay Weak Because Of The MM?

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This program is fantastic. They showed us 10 different pieces of equipment to use for total conditioning. I’ve used 10
Pounds (mostly) due to doc restrictions for my multiple lesions. It has amazed me… read more

Is Aquatic Rehab Or Swimming Recommended For MM? Has Anyone Practiced And Have Feedback On How It Feels Afterwards?

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I love swimming!

Opinions On Spinal Cord Stimulation To Reduce Lower Back Pain. One Vascular Spine Doctor Recommends That I Accept A Trial For This Procedure

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I recently saw a spine surgeon who says my deteriorated spine does not permit successful surgery. This doctor does not think positively about spinal cord stimulation. He recommends that I include in my exercise program back strengthening exercises. Your thoughts?

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thanks Jeff8. I hope that you are doing well.

My SO Was A Swimmer Before His Diagnosis And Treatment. He Is Loosing Muscle Mass. What Are Some Things You All Do To Prevent This Loss.

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I’m glad to hear you’re doing good. Keep up the exercise. We have to keep moving. 🚶‍♀️

Any Advice On Toning After Induction Therapy?

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Due to little activity during induction therapy body is lacking any kind of tone. Any suggestions on where to start?

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I realized my hernia kept popping out last summer because I lost all stomach tone (and everything else probably) in the one week I was hospitalized. Now with some toning , that hernia is behaving… read more

MY Doctor Told Me To Take More Care While Lifting Small Things Also, As My PET Scan Shows Lesion In Hip Bone. What Precautions Should I Take

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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

At present no pain.So no radiation necessary.

When You Have Tumors In Your Shoulder After Chemo And Radiation What Can You Do To Rehab It?

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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

To rehabilitate your shoulder after chemo and radiation, consider the following steps:

- Consult Your Doctor: Always start by consulting your healthcare provider for personalized advice
- Physical… read more

Why Always Feel Sleepy

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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Sally, Your suggestion on taking Revlimid in the PM is spot on. I did this very early on and have never gone back to taking it in the AM.